West Berkshire SENDIASS

West Berkshire SENDIASS We are West Berkshire's impartial 'Special Educational Needs & Disability Information, Advice & Support Service' (SENDIASS).

Dedicated to empowering parents, carers, and young people to take an active, informed role in decisions about education & support.

📝 Need to make changes to your child’s EHCP? 📝🟢 This guide from Southampton SENDIASS explains when and how you can ask f...
08/08/2026

📝 Need to make changes to your child’s EHCP? 📝

🟢 This guide from Southampton SENDIASS explains when and how you can ask for changes to your child’s Education, Health and Care Plan.

💬 A few reasons for requesting changes:
🟢 Something in the EHCP is missing or incorrect
🟢 Your child’s needs or circumstances have changed
🟢 The current placement is no longer suitable
🟢 You're preparing for a key transition (e.g. moving from primary to secondary school)

📋 The factsheet includes:
🟢 When you can request changes
🟢 What to do if changes are refused
🟢 Who to contact and what your rights are

📑 Find our Downloadable 'Checking Your EHCP: How To Request Changes' factsheet here 👉https://westberkssendiass.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/WB-Checking-your-EHCP-How-to-request-changes.pdf

📝 Does Your Child’s EHCP Work for Them? 📝🟢 This document details how to check whether your EHCP is doing what it should ...
07/08/2026

📝 Does Your Child’s EHCP Work for Them? 📝

🟢 This document details how to check whether your EHCP is doing what it should - meeting their needs, supporting their progress, and including the right provision.

💭 It guides you through questions like:
🟢 Are all your child’s needs clearly identified?
🟢 Are the outcomes realistic and measurable?
🟢 Is the support described specific and detailed?
🟢 Is the named placement suitable?
🟢 Are health and social care needs properly included?

💡 It also includes tips on what to look for and how to spot vague or unclear wording that may need to be changed.

📑 Find our 'Checking Your EHCP: Does It Work For You?' downloadable factsheet here 👉https://westberkssendiass.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/WB-Checking-your-EHCP-Does-it-work-for-you.pdf

📋 EHCP Essentials: What Must Be Included 📋🔴 It's essential to ensure your child's EHCP is tailored to their unique needs...
06/08/2026

📋 EHCP Essentials: What Must Be Included 📋

🔴 It's essential to ensure your child's EHCP is tailored to their unique needs. A well-crafted EHCP outlines the support your child requires across education, health, and social care.

💡 Tips for Reviewing: 💡
🔴 Look for specific language, avoiding vague terms.
🔴 Ensure each need in Section B has a corresponding provision in Section F.​
🔴 Verify that the outcomes are realistic and measurable.​
🔴 Check that the educational placement is appropriate and agreed upon.​
🔴 Ensure that health and social care provisions are detailed and feasible.​
🔴 Confirm that a personal budget is clearly outlined, if applicable.

📑 Find our detailed 'Checking your EHCP: What Must Be Included' factsheet here 👉 https://westberkssendiass.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/WB-Checking-your-EHCP-What-must-be-included.pdf

📝 Is Your Child’s EHCP Clear Enough? 📝🟢 Not sure if your child’s EHCP has all the right details? Our guide walks you thr...
05/08/2026

📝 Is Your Child’s EHCP Clear Enough? 📝

🟢 Not sure if your child’s EHCP has all the right details? Our guide walks you through what to look for, so you can make sure the plan is clear, specific, and truly meets your child’s needs. This is a really useful resource for making sure your child’s support is properly defined and can be delivered consistently.

📑 You can check out the full guide here 👉https://westberkssendiass.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/WB-Checking-your-EHCP-Specificity.pdf

🔍 Did you know... 🔍🟢 One of the most frequently asked questions on our website is: "My child is quiet and compliant at s...
04/08/2026

🔍 Did you know... 🔍

🟢 One of the most frequently asked questions on our website is: "My child is quiet and compliant at school, but they 'explode' when they get home. What should I do?"

🟢 If this sounds familiar, check out our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page for detailed advice on how to support your child/young person. Find it here 👉 https://westberkssendiass.info/frequently-asked...

📑 For more guidance, be sure to read our Masking Factsheet, which outlines strategies you and the school can try in the first instance. Access it here 👉https://westberkssendiass.info/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/WB-Masking-in-School.pdf

💬 Getting in touch with us is simple—check out the details below! 💬Opening Hours:🕘 9am - 5pm📅 Monday - Friday🟠 The fast...
03/08/2026

💬 Getting in touch with us is simple—check out the details below! 💬

Opening Hours:
🕘 9am - 5pm
📅 Monday - Friday

🟠 The fastest way to contact us is through our website. Simply fill out our referral form here: https://westberkssendiass.info/home/contact-us/

🟢 If you reach out to us via email or phone you'll add you to our waiting list - We will get back to you as soon as possible.

🔵Due to an increase in demand, we aim to respond within 5 working days.

🟣We recommend having a look at our website for a fantastic range of webinars and factsheets which may provide you with further information. 👉https://westberkssendiass.info/information-and-resources-2/

🌟 Thank you for your patience! 🌟

Appealing a Refusal to Issue an EHCP: What You Need to Know 📘🟢 If your child has undergone an Education, Health and Care...
02/08/2026

Appealing a Refusal to Issue an EHCP: What You Need to Know 📘

🟢 If your child has undergone an Education, Health and Care (EHC) needs assessment and the Local Authority has decided not to issue an EHCP, it can be disheartening. However, you have the right to appeal this decision.

🟢 Seeking support and understanding your rights can make a significant difference in securing the appropriate support for your child.

📑 Please find our 'Appealing a Refusal to Issue Decision' factsheet here 👉https://westberkssendiass.info/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Appealing-a-Refusal-to-Issue-an-EHCP-decision.pdf

📑 You can also find our guide on completing the 'SEND35' form here👉https://westberkssendiass.info/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/How-to-compete-a-SEND35-Form.pdf

Assess 🔍→ Plan ✏️→ Do ✔️→ Review 🔁 🟢 Whether you're a parent, carer, or professional, understanding The Graduated Appro...
01/08/2026

Assess 🔍→ Plan ✏️→ Do ✔️→ Review 🔁

🟢 Whether you're a parent, carer, or professional, understanding The Graduated Approach can make a real difference.

🟢 This simple 4-step cycle helps ensure children and young people with special educational needs get the right support at the right time.

📑 You can download 'The Graduated Approach' factsheet here 👉https://westberkssendiass.info/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/The-Graduated-Approach.pdf

📚 Wondering what an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) is and whether your child might need one? 📚🟢 This guide gives...
01/08/2026

📚 Wondering what an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) is and whether your child might need one? 📚

🟢 This guide gives you a clear overview, so you feel more confident about the steps ahead - and your rights throughout the process. It includes what an EHCP is, how the process works, who’s involved, and what support your child could receive.

📑 You can find our EHCPs Summary factsheet here 👉https://westberkssendiass.info/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/WB-EHCPs-Summary.pdf

📅 Reduced Timetables 📅🟢 Is your child or the young person you support currently on a reduced timetable at school? Would ...
30/07/2026

📅 Reduced Timetables 📅

🟢 Is your child or the young person you support currently on a reduced timetable at school? Would you like more information or guidance on this?

🟢 A reduced timetable may be considered in certain situations — for example, if a child has a medical condition that makes full-time attendance difficult, is experiencing social, emotional, or behavioural challenges, or has mental health needs such as high anxiety.

🟢 Reduced timetables should not be a response to managing a child’s special educational needs or disability. Schools have a duty to ensure the right support is available in school - They must not be a long-term measure and it must be clear when it is expected to come to an end.

🟢 They should only used as an exceptional measure when appropriate-when all other measures to support the pupil have failed and that they are kept under regular review.

🟢 All children of compulsory school age (5-16 years) are legally entitled to a full-time education that meets their needs. Schools cannot place a child on a part-time timetable without proper procedures and parental agreement. This is supported by Section 19 of the Education Act 1996.

📑 For more information, please see our factsheet on reduced timetables here 👉https://westberkssendiass.info/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/WB-Reduced-Timetables.pdf

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